Posted on:
September 30th, 2024
Last reviewed:
January 3rd, 2025
I feel overwhelmed, where can I get help?
Firstly, we understand. Finding out that you’re living with dementia can feel overwhelming and bring up all kinds of thoughts feelings and worries, including concerns about what to do next in terms of thinking ahead. You’ll find a lot of helpful resources here at DementiaNet. From our online forum , where you’ll find others who understand that you can chat to online, to info contained in our articles covering subjects as diverse as creating a dementia-friendly home to care planning for the future. A great place to start is our article on Receiving A Diagnosis, here. Here are some other organisations that can help you: *Dementia UK’s Dementia Helpline: call 0800 888 6678. You can find more online at www.dementiauk.org and you can also book an appointment with a dementia specialist Admiral Nurse here https://www.dementiauk.org/information-and-support/how-we-can-support-you/book-a-virtual-appointment/ *Alzheimer’s Society Dementia Support Line: call 0333 150 3456. More information can be found online at www.alzheimers.org.uk *Age UK run dementia support services nationwide. Find out more here https://www.ageuk.org.uk/services/in-your-area/dementia-support/ and you can also call their advice line on 0800 678 1602.Other relevant FAQs you might like...
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